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This essential course empowers financial professionals and clients to master digital safety, regulatory compliance (POPIA, GDPR, FIC), and best practices for secure communication, device use, and fraud prevention. Through real-world examples, interactive lessons, and practical checklists, learners will gain the confidence to protect assets, sensitive data, and reputations in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
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Module 1: Introduction to Digital Safety in FinanceUnderstand why the financial sector is a prime target for cybercrime, and the importance of digital safety and compliance.
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Module 1: Introduction to Digital Safety Quiz -
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Module 2: Understanding Regulatory Requirements (POPIA, GDPR, FIC)
Learn the basics of POPIA, GDPR, and FIC, and how they affect your daily work.
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Module 2: Understanding Regulatory Requirements (POPIA, GDPR, FIC)
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Module 3: Recognising Phishing & Social Engineering
Spot and prevent phishing, spear-phishing, and social engineering attacks.
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Module 3: Phishing & Social Engineering Quiz
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Module 4: Secure Communication Protocols
Master safe communication habits for fund transfers and client instructions.
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Module 4: Secure Communication Quiz
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Module 5: Device & Workspace Security
Protect your devices and workspace from unauthorised access.
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Module 5: Device & Workspace Security Quiz
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Module 6: Passwords, MFA, and Account Protection
Create strong passwords, enable multi-factor authentication (MFA), and protect your accounts.
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Module 6: Passwords & MFA Quiz
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Module 7: Safe Online Banking & Payments
Bank and make payments online safely, avoiding fraud and interception.
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Module 7: Online Banking & Payments Quiz
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Module 8: Email & Messaging Safety
Stay safe when using email, WhatsApp, and other messaging platforms.
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Module 8: Email & Messaging Safety Quiz
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Module 9: Handling Client Data Responsibly
Learn how to handle, store, and transmit client data securely and in compliance with regulations.
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Module 9: Client Data Responsibility Quiz
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Module 10: Incident Response Basics
Know what to do if you suspect fraud, a breach, or a security incident.
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Module 10: Incident Response Quiz
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Module 11: Client Education & Empowerment
Learn how to educate clients on digital safety and empower them to protect themselves
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Module 11: Client Education Quiz
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Module 12: Course Review & Essentials Assessment
Review key concepts and test your understanding with a comprehensive assessment.
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Module 12: Essentials Assessment
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and prevent common digital threats in financial services
- Apply POPIA, GDPR, and FIC compliance principles in daily workflows
- Implement device and workspace security
- Safely verify and execute fund transfers
- Recognise and respond to suspicious communications
- Escalate concerns to IT and compliance teams
- Educate clients on digital safety best practices
- No prior cybersecurity experience needed
- Access to a computer, smartphone, or tablet
- Willingness to learn and apply best practices
- Banking, investment, and trading professionals
- Estate planners and fiduciary advisors
- High-net-worth clients and their families
- Compliance officers and IT support staff